Full time

Housing Officer – Neighbourhoods | Exeter

RGB Recruitment

Exeter, Devon, EX1 1EE

£18.67 - £20.75 per hour

Posted: 26 October 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 25 November 2026

Ref: 61224437

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About the Role

RGB Recruitment seeks an experienced Housing Officer – Neighbourhoods for a 12-week temporary contract covering patches across Exeter. Working 25 hours per week, the successful candidate will deliver frontline housing services, managing tenancy enquiries, permissions, sign-ups and property viewings while investigating tenancy breaches. Strong communication, customer focus and the ability to work independently within the community are essential, alongside sound knowledge of tenancy management. The position pays £18.67 to £20.75 per hour, with a start date of 7th December 2026. Applicants should demonstrate a proactive approach to supporting residents and maintaining neighbourhood standards throughout the assignment.

Housing Officer – Neighbourhoods | Exeter
📍 Location: Exeter
💰 Pay: £18.67 – £20.75 per hour
⏰ Hours: 25 hours per week
📅 Contract: 12 weeks – Temporary
🚀 Start Date: 7th December 2026
Housing Officer – Temporary Opportunity
RGB Recruitment is looking for an experienced Housing Officer to join a leading housing association on a 12-week temporary contract covering neighbourhoods across Exeter.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, customer-focused housing professional who enjoys being out in the community, managing tenancies and making a real difference to residents.
The Role

Manage a designated housing patch across Exeter, delivering excellent frontline housing services.
Handle tenancy enquiries, permissions, sign-ups and property viewings.
Investigate and manage tenancy breaches, including safeguarding concerns.
Carry out estate inspections, ensuring neighbourhoods remain safe, clean and well-maintained.
Work closely with residents, contractors and partner agencies to resolve issues.
Support resident engagement and community development initiatives.
Maintain high standards of tenancy and estate management.

What We're Looking For

Previous social housing experience is essential, ideally within a Housing Officer or Neighbourhood Officer role.
Strong knowledge of tenancy management, estate management and tenancy enforcement.
Experience dealing with challenging situations and safeguarding concerns.
Excellent communication, organisation and customer service skills.
CIH Level 4 qualification or willingness to work towards it.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential.
Ability to manage your own workload and work independently across a geographical patch.

Interested?
If you're an experienced Housing Officer looking for your next temporary opportunity in Exeter, we'd love to hear from you!
📞 Call Carol on 07375 412872
📩 Apply today with your CV! Send over to cjones@rgbrec.co.uk
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